Late 20th Century Blouses

Important and rare documented Spring/Summer 1991 black 'Dinosaur' silk jacket by Issey Miyake as presented on the runway. The twin of this jacket walked the runway in several colours and fabrics. Versions of it are part of various fashion museums worldwide such as The Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the Powerhouse Collection of the MAAS Museum in Sydney. The linen model was photographed by renowned fashion photographer Irving Penn and is shown in the book "Irving Penn regards the work of Issey Miyake" published by Bulfinch. Please see the reference pictures and send us a note for a video sequence of the fashion show. Designed under the eye of Issey Miyake himself this stunning black silk jacket features a simple yet complex cut based on origami Japanese folding techniques. Both front and back are expertly pleated. Yet the star of this design are the long sleeves that are folded and pressed in such a way to create a zig zag line along the top of the sleeve which is reminiscent of a dinosaur's jagged back. The use of silk gazar is the perfect choice for this garment as the fabric combines qualities of delicacy with a gentle stiffness which is required to maintain the folded fabric form. The jacket is unlined and buttons up the center front. Labelled "Issey Miyake" and tagged a Japanese vintage size M. The jacket was purchased in 1991 by my couture client in Munich, Germany, and has not been on the market prior to this. Excellent vintage condition. Bust: 104 cm – 40.94" Waist: 82 cm – 32.28" Length: 53 cm – 20.87" Measurements for bust and waist are taken flat across from side seam to side seam and then DOUBLED. Modern Sizing Equivalent: S-M Reference Photos: 1-5: S/S 1991 Issey Miyake runway...

A fabulous 2 layer shirt from Issey Miyake. It is comprised of 2 semi sheer layers, a black layer with a brown layer on top, the black layer peeks out at the hem. It has a shirt co...

A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...

This is such a great piece from Issey Miyake! this open front vintage crinkle top can be worn over a variety of things and because of the flexible fit, it can accommodate a wide rang...

This is a bright pink cap sleeve pleated top designed by Issey Miyake for the Pleats Please label. This top has a straight fit and has a round neckline. The unique pleating is a sign...

Rare collectible 1990s artist series ISSEY MIYAKE Pleats Please 'Map of the World,' pleated novelty shirt! Signature micro pleats stretch to fit an array of sizes. Simply slips over ...

We love this Issey Miyake green and blue lace tunic blouse. The slip baby doll style tank underneath is fully pleated in navy blue cotton with spaghetti straps and a side zipper. The outer layer is a one-shoulder cornflower or dusty blue and lime green lace tunic blouse with asymmetrical styling and it closes with a zipper and hook and eye. Issey Miyake size 2 or Medium. This would look great styled with some white linen trousers...

Product details: The top features black see through finish with geometric black velvet pattern, high neck and long sleeves. Made in Japan.

This is a fabulous Issey Miyake pleated top with avant garde asymmetrical shoulders in medium charcoal gray. The top is pleated on the diagonal and...